Answers to Common Questions About Nonprofits and the 2022 Election
Last updated: April 5, 2022
David Heinen, Vice President for Public Policy and Advocacy
Wondering what types of election-related activities your nonprofit can and can’t do between now and the May 17 primary election? You’re not alone; the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits has been fielding many questions about what’s legal and what’s advisable. Here’s a quick take on some of the most common questions we’re hearing.
Expired Tax Provisions Create Uncertainty for Nonprofits’ 2022 Finances
Last updated: February 10, 2022
David Heinen, Vice President for Public Policy and Advocacy, North Carolina Center for Nonprofits
As we enter the start of tax season, nonprofit leaders are concerned that their organizations’ finances may be challenged this year by the recent expiration of several temporary tax provisions, including the expanded child tax credit, the Employee Retention Tax Credit, and three tax incentives for charitable giving.
The Expanded and Improved Child Tax Credit
Nonprofit Hospital Report Could Have Troubling Ramifications for Nonprofit Tax Exemption
Last updated: January 28, 2022
David Heinen, Vice President for Public Policy and Advocacy, North Carolina Center for Nonprofits
Federal and State Budgets - Basic Information for NC Nonprofits
The Center has prepared this fact sheet on the basics of the federal and state budget processes and why they matter for nonprofits.
New options for electronic voting for boards and remote membership meetings
Last updated: September 22, 2021
David Heinen, Vice President for Public Policy and Advocacy, North Carolina Center for Nonprofits
On September 20, Governor Roy Cooper signed a new law that modernizes the NC Nonprofit Corporation Act in two important ways:
Call with Confidence: Ten Tips for Talking with Policy Makers
Lisa Hazirjian, Ph.D., Win Together Consulting
I have a confession to make: I get a little nervous whenever I call a policy maker. OK, more than a little. We’re talking heart racing as I dial, grabbing a sip of water for my dry mouth as I wait for someone to pick up the phone. Yet despite that, when there’s a public policy question on which I want to be heard, I call my elected officials because I’ve seen firsthand what a difference phone calls from constituents can make.
Status Update on 11 State Legislative Proposals Affecting Nonprofits
Last updated: July 15, 2021
David Heinen, Vice President for Public Policy and Advocacy
Over the past six months, the Center's weekly policy updates have mentioned a variety of state bills that could affect the operations of nonprofits. We know that many nonprofits are interested in some or all of these bills, so here is a quick update on the status of legislation affecting nonprofits.
A Halftime Report on NC Nonprofit Legislation in 2021
Last updated: May 26, 2021
David Heinen, Vice President for Public Policy and Advocacy
NC Senate Bills - April 2021
Dozens of bills filed in the NC Senate in the days leading up to the April 7 bill filing deadline could affect the work of charitable nonprofits. The Center has provided highlights of the bills intended to help nonprofits in its weekly policy update email. Here is a summary of some of the other bills that could affect some nonprofits' operations.